Few pics of the uk machine, used it mostly all day today, its great although run time is a bit shorter than i expected. However this is my first cordless saw so i have nothing to compare it to. Its true tho as powerful as a corded model for most tasks!
I used approx 2 full batts, i used the machine to cut a fair amount of osb and 6×2, saved me getting the mitre saw out and it was great to be able to move the saw to different locations without worrying about the cord.
man that is a sweet lookin case!!!
I really like that kit box its way better than the tool bags we get here. The other thing is the vacuum adapter they just don’t seem to offer dust collection on tools marketed in the USA. I guess the think sawdust mitigation isn’t important to most trades people here.
That is a nice box with a nice lay out. I got the bear tool so you get the box it came in and the saw in a plastic bag and why they don’t give you the dust extractor nozzle sucks. I did send a email to Milwaukee asking why the overseas version had it and the one in the states didn’t. If I get an answer I will post it
yea big time Regopit..
We also don’t get the fence either I think in a kit or bare tool purchase. I hate how we get de-contented tools here. I bet the prices are better though so we have that I guess. You guys are getting all sorts of cool tools though like M18 miter saw and that driver with all the different attachments to it like a Festool.
well chaps this cost me 398 uk pounds for the kit when you translate that to dollars thats 640 bucks! the machine is much cheaper in the usa, i was gonna hold off as my folks are in florida every year but i really wanted the dust attachment and uk charger.
Regarding dust extraction, most of my work is internal so a vac attachment is a must for me, in the uk sites are also getting tougher and some demand vacs be used.
I love the saw, the case is ok not as nice quality as the dewalt but it will keep the tool safe. i would rather pay your prices and keep the tool in a black tloc systainer with red catch and still have some change…
I’m surprised the Dewalt kit boxes I had seemed to be feel cheaper than the Milwaukee. They weren’t saw cases though they were for Drill and Impact driver kits.
Its not bad just blow moulded plastic and the handle doesnt feel as robust as the dewalt in the pic. Dewalt box houses the framing nailer btw.
Just my 2 cents…
Just got this saw and my first impression is that it is a BEAST. Can’t wait to pair it with the new 5.0 battery to see what kind of run time I get. I’m glad I held off on buying the 6.5″
I think this saw is my next purchase as well……most likely the tool only……..
This needs to be in the Ultimate Tool Bag GiveAway 5!!! Combo xc battery pack with hard case preferably!!
That’s a nice saw!
all Milwaukee saws are nice…..
regopit wrote:
With everything I have read the last few days about this saw it is going to kick the Makita 36V saw to the curb.
Bigmikez wrote:
TOOL FIGHT!! TOOL FIGHT!! TOOL FIGHT!!!
frankiegarcia19 wrote:
TOOOOOOOLLLLLL FIGHHHTTTTT!!!!!
Guys I found a tool fight featuring both of them and the results are surprising.
Nice find Sam for milwaukee being ran I one battery it hung in there damn well
Great find Samuel! I still wonder how the straight Dewalt 20v stacks up now.
Bigmikez wrote:
Nice find Sam for milwaukee being ran I one battery it hung in there damn well
I was amazed at the run time results it goes to show that Milwaukee uses premium lithium batteries compared to makita and that Milwaukee brushless motors are not to be made fun of.
Samuel L. wrote:
I was amazed at the run time results it goes to show that Milwaukee uses premium lithium batteries compared to makita and that Milwaukee brushless motors are not to be made fun of.
i hate to break it to you, but they both use samsung battery cells, along with dewalt.
framer wrote:
i hate to break it to you, but they both use samsung battery cells, along with dewalt.
Yes they are all Samsung but the chemistry is different.
Plus the way that battery juice is delivered to the machine via their proprietary red link. Just as Makita, Bosch, Dewalt, Festool all of them have different methods of converting that power.
DR99 wrote:
I’m having some rage right now 🙂 I have some choice words for Milwaukee right now!!! I wonder if Makita and their full size circular saw made them decide to make this.
Hey Jason, still liking the saw? Milwaukee CPO is having 20% off but I’m still wondering 6-1/2 or 7-1/4
I don’t have the 7.25″ so you can take my opinion with a grain of salt, but I do have the 2730 6.5″. If I had my way, I would have the larger saw.
Despite being blade-right, it’s more capable, blades are cheaper, and the weight difference is negligible. The redeeming factor for my 6.5 was it was free with my 2604-22 kit. Well, that, and it is still a great saw, the 2731 just seems better (2731 and 2530 would be my ideal combo).
ChrisK1970 wrote:
Hey Jason, still liking the saw? Milwaukee CPO is having 20% off but I’m still wondering 6-1/2 or 7-1/4
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haha, no i really dont care which brand you go but heres my piece… you already have the big makita hypoid so why not go 6 1/2″ i have both the makita cordless 7 1/4 and 6 1/2 (the new BL makita 6 1/2″ is sick.. ive only made a few easy cuts with it yesterday but very very impressed) I will forever and always reach for my 6 1/2 cordless saw first unless i need more power or the extra cut capacity.. it is just nicer to use the smallest and lightest tool that will do the job. about 99% of what i do can be done with the 6 1/2″ especially the ones with the brushless motors.. if and when you need that extra power or a speciality blade they dont make for 6 1/2 then just bust out the corded saw..
Thanks Bremon!
John, did you get that brushless Makita through the same Canadian dealer?
ChrisK1970 wrote:
John, did you get that brushless Makita through the same Canadian dealer?
nope, bought it from Bishop supply. i buy through their ebay store although they have a website and a storefront as well ( down in FL)
that should take you there
i have bought a bunch of my new makitas from him now, he is quick to respond to questions, ships fast, and usually had the new releases before anyone else and at very good prices..
NERemodeling makes some good points, it does make a difference knowing what kind of arsenal you’re adding the tool to. Added convenience can be a bigger factor when you’re adding to a collection that’s already capable of handling the toughest jobs, etc.
That said, lifetime cost-of-ownership is something I like to factor in to my purchases, whether tool-related, vehicle-related, etc. and there’s no doubt in my mind that over the life of the tool the 2730 will cost me more money than the 2731 would. There are other factors, of course, like weight, but with these saws the difference isn’t like the compact impact vs the high torque (basically double), it’s roughly 10%. 6.8 lbs vs 7.5 lbs (without battery).
If I wanted a lightweight saw that can do most things and was ok with pricier blades, the M12 2530 would be my choice*. That’s in the vicinity of 5.5 lbs. (*pendng reviews confirming that it is a quality piece of equipment).
If you want to stay in the 18 volt range, the 2630 is a quality tool though. My posts maybe sound a it harder on it than they ought to, it is a good Jack-of-all-trades saw and is comfortable to use, and I would recommend it to others, just trying to give you food for thought; buyers remorse is a crappy feeling.
Yea that’s kinda my thought too Bremon have the 12v saw for lightweight stuff and the full sized for everything else. Like you mentioned 71/4″ blades can be bought so much cheaper, and they make specialty blades too for tough materials like engineered flooring or decking
Much easier to find the 7 inch blades that is for sure.
Have not had a chance to test this out, but it seems awesome from the videos and reviews I have read. Saw it rip through OSB sheets with no problem! I guess I didn’t find out how the power and speed compares to the corded counterpart, but for that price it must be close or even exceed it! I currently have the brushed 6 1/2″, so I’m not sure I can justify owning two cordless models at the 18V level. Unless someone can tell me the purchase is absolutely necessary? Thanks for the post.
FB82
If you asked any guy i’m pretty sure they would rather have 7 and a 1/4 inches compared to 6 and a half inches
If this is a sexual innuendo then I would have to agree.